Machine Shop

Minneapolis, MN

This 19,000 square foot event center in an historic building was once Pillsbury A‑Mill’s machine shop, used to produce and repair milling equipment. The building’s careful restoration kept the 1916 architectural details in tact and provides a unique location for weddings, music and events.

Schuler Shook provided interior and exterior lighting design for the renovation of the event hall, lounge, and public areas of this historic venue.

Theatre planning services for the event systems included rigging, production infrastructure and theatrical lighting.

A center motorized truss was installed to allow easy and quick access for lighting. The truss can also accommodate event “string lights,” pendents and fabric swags to easily modify the space for different functions.